Episode 48 - Tiffany Myrick (Army, OEF Veteran) | Annie Kleiman (Air Force, OEF Veteran) | Eve Mayoral (Army, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in Washington D.C. with Tiffany Myrick (CST-2), Annie Kleiman (CST-3), and Eve Mayoral (CST-5). All three were integral to the Army’s Cultural Support Team Program. On the podcast, the three discuss their various paths into the military and what led them to become groundbreakers in an otherwise unexplored space overseas. This podcast is a special edition recorded at the AllTru Gather 2022 which was held at the Women’s Military Memorial at Arlington National Cemetary. To learn more about AllTru and their mission hit the link.

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Episode 46 - Michelle Black (Gold Star Wife)

Host Tim K. sits down in Puyallup, Washington with Gold Star Wife, Michelle Black. Michelle is the wife of former Green Beret, Bryan Black, who was tragically killed by armed militants in Niger, Africa in what is now infamously known to many as the “Tongo Tongo ambush.” Bryan was not the only man who would lose his life that fateful day in October. Sergeant First Class Jeremiah Johnson, SSG Dustin Wright, Sergeant LaDavid Johnson, as well as four Nigerian counterparts were also killed. On the podcast, Michelle discusses her search for the truth and the subsequent investigation that would become her sole focus even years after the tragedy; eventually leading her to author the powerful memoir Sacrifice: A Gold Star Widow’s Search for the Truth.

Follow Michelle’s journey on Instagram: @michelleblack71 and be sure to check out her non-profit: @soldiers_alliance_foundation. More information on her book Sacrifice is available on her website: michelleblacksacrifice.com/book.

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Episode 44 - Lucas O'Hara (Army, OIF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in Salt Lake City, Utah with Lucas O’Hara, a veteran of Iraq and owner of Grizzly Forge. Lucas discusses his tumultuous youth and the path that brought him to the Army on the podcast. He also discusses the advent of Grizzly Forge, his journey in becoming a blade smith, and how those dreams were almost never realized. O’Hara speaks openly about self-sabotage, the dangers of depression, and how some of the most difficult moments in life led him to become the caring father and husband he is today.

To learn more about Grizzly Forge and check out Lucas’ work, visit his website: www.thegrizzlyforge.com or Instagram: @grizzly_forge. This podcast and project is sponsored by our friends at Eberlestock. To learn more about the world-renowned outfitter and their first-class lineup of gear, visit the link.

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Episode 43 - JP Cervantes (Army Special Operations, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in Fayetteville, North Carolina with JP Cervantes, a veteran of the Army Special Forces. JP served his country in combat with distinction and is now working in the world of anti-human trafficking. As the founder of Nous Defions Group he is now doing work to shield children who are sold into slavery around the globe. JP’s venture has taken him into some of the most dangerous pockets of the world, and he works to defeat those committed to preying on youth. On the podcast, Tim and JP discuss Cervantes’ career in Special Operations, his transition, and his new life as he once again defends the weak.

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Episode 42 - Pat McNamara (Army Special Operations, OIF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in Pinehurst, North Carolina at the home of former Green Beret and legendary weapons instructor Pat McNamara. On the podcast, Pat discusses his unlikely path into the military which culminated with 13 years in a tier one unit. He also speaks on the importance of positive mentorship, the ability to overcome life’s many adversities, and his fortuitous pursuit of continuing instruction long past his days in the Army.

McNamara’s full project is available at the link. Check out his YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/patannamac1 and his Instagram: @tmacsinc.

Episode 41 - Doug Petersen (Army, Vietnam Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in Benbrook, Texas with Vietnam Veteran, Doug Petersen. It’s hard to imagine for many being 21 years old, flying a multi million dollar machine headlong into the jungles of Vietnam… much less doing it with nothing more than a .38 revolver to defend you and your crew. On the podcast, Doug discusses the life of being a dust off pilot during the Vietnam War. He speaks on the harsh truths of an unseen enemy and a seemingly never-ending mission; where exhaustion was just as much a danger as the enemy below. Petersen speaks on not only surviving Vietnam but going on to serve a distinguished career as an aviator and aviation instructor in the United States Army.

To follow Doug’s journey check him out on Facebook.

Episode 40 - Terry Houin (Navy SEALs, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down with former Navy SEAL Terry Houin at the Cienega Fort in Shafter, Texas at Cibolo Creek Ranch. Terry spent almost three decades with a good part of that as a member of a National Missions Force. Throughout his time in this elite unit, he found himself a part of integral missions, including the rescue of Jessica Lynch and Captain Phillips. On the podcast Terry speaks on his multiple combat deployments as a sniper, spending most of his life in Special Operations, the difficulties of transitioning out of the military, and rediscovering his sense of serving selflessly in a different capacity.

To follow along with Houin’s journey follow him on Instagram: @terry.houin and be sure to check out his entire project.

Episode 38: Part 2 - Prime Hall (MARSOC, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in San Diego, California with Prime Hall, who is a Texas native and 12 year veteran of MARSOC (United States Marine Forces Special Operations Command). Prime’s service includes both Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During Hall’s time as a Marine Raider, he would join Don Tran in the co-founding of both Underwater Torpedo League and Deep End Fitness. These pursuits of passion would go on to further solidify his own way of thinking and positively impact the trajectory of his life to this day. On the podcast, Prime discusses life growing up in South Texas, an exemplary career in the United States Marine Corps, and his path to managing two quickly-growing business ventures. Prime is a graduate of the USC EMBA program and has trained military members, high level executives, and pro athletes in advanced water survival techniques.

This is Part Two of a two-part podcast with the first part featuring Prime’s business partner and friend, fellow Marine Raider Don Tran. Be sure to check out Don and Prime’s book, F.R.E.E. Your Mind Guidebook. To get a visually in-depth look into Don and Prime’s story check out their project. This podcast is sponsored by our friends at Rifle Supply, Ten Thousand, and Elevate Weekly.This is Part One of a two-part podcast with the second part featuring Don's business partner and friend, fellow Marine Raider Prime Hall. Be sure to check out Don and Prime’s book, F.R.E.E. Your Mind Guidebook. To get a visually in-depth look into Don and Prime’s story check out their project. This podcast is sponsored by our friends at Rifle Supply, Ten Thousand, and Elevate Weekly.

Deep End Fitness: www.deependfitness.com

Underwater Torpedo League: www.utlnation.com

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Episode 38: Part 1 - Don Tran (MARSOC, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in Austin, Texas with Don Tran, who is a Southern California native and 12 year veteran of MARSOC (United States Marine Forces Special Operations Command). Don deployed to some of the harshest combat environments around the world (Afghanistan, Iraq, the Philippines). During Tran's time as a Marine Raider, he would come to find a very unique path in his co-founding of two new entrepreneurial ventures in Underwater Torpedo League and Deep End Fitness. These pursuits of passion would go on to further solidify his own way of thinking and positively impact the trajectory of his life to this day. On the podcast, Tran discusses life as a troubled youth, his journey into the world of Marine Corps Special Operations, toughness in transition, and his path to managing two quickly-growing business ventures.

This is Part One of a two-part podcast with the second part featuring Don's business partner and friend, fellow Marine Raider Prime Hall. Be sure to check out Don and Prime’s book, F.R.E.E. Your Mind Guidebook. To get a visually in-depth look into Don and Prime’s story check out their project. This podcast is sponsored by our friends at Rifle Supply, Ten Thousand, and Elevate Weekly.

Deep End Fitness: www.deependfitness.com

Underwater Torpedo League: www.utlnation.com

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Episode 37: Part 2 - Kyle Carpenter (USMC, OEF Veteran, Medal of Honor Recipient)

This is part one of a two-part podcast. Host Tim K. sits down with Medal of Honor Recipient Kyle Carpenter, at his home in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kyle is the youngest Medal of Honor Recipient currently living and was only the third Marine to receive our nation’s most prestigious honor since the beginning of the GWOT (Global War On Terrorism). On the podcast, Kyle discusses his youth always on the move and how it better prepared him for his time in the Marine Corps. He also speaks on his time in combat and that fateful day on a Marjah rooftop that would cement his legacy forever in the Halls of Marine Corps lore. Beyond that, Carpenter speaks on what it truly means to live a life of service even after the military.

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Episode 36: Part 1 - Kyle Carpenter (USMC, OEF Veteran, Medal of Honor Recipient)

This is part one of a two-part podcast. Host Tim K. sits down with Medal of Honor Recipient Kyle Carpenter, at his home in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kyle is the youngest Medal of Honor Recipient currently living and was only the third Marine to receive our nation’s most prestigious honor since the beginning of the GWOT (Global War On Terrorism). On the podcast, Kyle discusses his youth always on the move and how it better prepared him for his time in the Marine Corps. He also speaks on his time in combat and that fateful day on a Marjah rooftop that would cement his legacy forever in the Halls of Marine Corps lore. Beyond that, Carpenter speaks on what it truly means to live a life of service even after the military.

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Episode 35: Part 2 - Mike Stahl (MAC V SOG, Vietnam Veteran)

This is Part Two of a two-part podcast. Host Tim K. sits down in Portales, New Mexico with a legend of MAC V SOG, Mike Stahl. The Studies and Observations Group (also known as SOG, MACSOG, and MACV-SOG) was a top-secret, joint unconventional warfare task force created on January 24th, 1964 by the Joint Chiefs of Staff as a subsidiary command of the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV). The unit would eventually consist primarily of personnel from the United States Army Special Forces, the United States Navy SEALs, the United States Air Force (USAF), the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), and elements of the United States Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance units.

The mission of MAC V SOG was to execute an intensified program of harassment, diversion, political pressure, the capture of prisoners, physical destruction, acquisition of intelligence, generation of propaganda, and diversion of resources, against the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. Throughout Part Two, Mike discusses his time in leaving the military and the difficulty of transitioning from one of the most specialized units in the world to a civilian world that despised him.

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Episode 33 - Micah Fink (Navy SEALs, OEF Veteran)

Tim K. sits down in Montana with the Founder of Heroes and Horses, Micah Fink. Fink worked as a lineman in New York City when the World Trade Center was attacked, sending his life on a path he’d never before imagined. After a lengthy career in the Navy SEALs, Micah experienced the difficulties of transitioning out of the military but found purpose through that tumultuous time in helping others who were experiencing their own loss of purpose. On the podcast, Micah discusses the choice to lean into his own adversity and the beauty of discovering his identity through that process.

To learn more about Heroes and Horses, please visit them at www.heroesandhorses.org, on IG: @heroesandhorses, and on Facebook: @HeroesAndHorses.

Episode 32 - Mike Erwin (Army, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. joins Mike Erwin, the founder of Team RWB (Red, White, and Blue) and the Positivity Project, at Grace and Glory Farms in Pinehurst, North Carolina. The two discuss Mike’s time at West Point, his position overseas as an intelligence officer in support of Special Operations, and his path of service outside of the military. Mike also gets into the aspects of forming cultural change and what he is doing at a foundational level to help promote core character traits in our youth.

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Episode 31 - Jay Fain Jr. (Army, OIF Veteran)

Host Tim K. sits down in West Colombia, South Carolina with Army Veteran, Jay Fain Jr. Jay is a veteran of Iraq who was wounded in action when his convoy was hit en-route to Taji, Iraq by an IED/EFP (Improvised Explosive Device). On the podcast, Fain Jr. talks about his road to both physical and mental recovery through the Center for the Intrepid at Brooke Army Medical Center. After leaving the Army, Jay has since worked as contractor for the United States Government and finds himself routinely working in support of Black Rifle Coffee Company. Fain also speaks about being included in Portraits of Courage, an award-winning portraiture book by President George W. Bush.

To follow along with Jay’s journey check him out on Instagram: @jaylimp.

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Episode 30 - Josue Barron (USMC, OEF Veteran)

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Episode 29 - Rob Ottesen (Army Special Operations, OIF, OEF Veteran)

Host Tim K. joins Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge of the Special Operations Combat Medical Skills Sustainment Course (SOCMSSC), Sergeant First Class Rob Ottesen, in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Rob is considered an expert in the field of Special Operations medicine as his role within the Army is heading up the recertification of Special Operations medical personnel. On the podcast, Ottesen discusses his rigorous path into the world of Special Operations having been previously wounded in combat even before attending SFAS (Special Forces Assessment & Selection); while serving with 1st Infantry Division in Iraq at a tumultuous time during the first surge. He also discusses his time in the teams on multiple deployments to Afghanistan and his journey to his current role as one of the foremost authorities on battlefield trauma care.

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Episode 28 - Anthony Marquez (USMC, OEF Veteran)

On this episode of the podcast, Tim K. sits down in Owasso, Oklahoma with former Marine Corps Dog Handler, Anthony Marquez. Anthony served with 1st Battalion 5th Marines and deployed with his IED (Improvised Explosive Device) sniffing Labrador retriever, Allie, to Helmand Province (Afghanistan) in 2011. The two formed a powerful connection through their time in one of the most volatile spots on the planet… only to go their separate ways after the deployment. But, that’s not the end of the story…

On the podcast, Tim and Anthony also discuss how they met, when Marquez was delivering his fourth custom battlefield cross to the Farias Family (Gold Star) after their son was killed in Afghanistan. Anthony has now delivered battlefield crosses to families of the fallen across the entire nation, finding a renewed sense of purpose in his time post-Marine Corps.

Please visit their Facebook: @xviicarvings and follow Anthony on Instagram: @undedadkustoms.

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Episode 27 - Bert Sorin (President | Co-Owner, Sorinex)

Host Tim K. sits down in Lexington, South Carolina with Bert Sorin, the Co-Owner and President of Sorinex. Sorinex is considered the gold standard strength brand for professional teams, colleges, high schools and some of our most elite military units. On the podcast Bert discusses the company’s mantra “Be Legendary,” his path to being a highly successful athlete, and wearing the mantle of being the industry leader in strength innovation. Although Sorin never served in the military, his equipment is changing the game to provide preparedness and rebuilding to veterans prior to, during and after their deployments to remote, hostile lands. Bert also speaks on mindset and the relationship between reintegrating veterans and retiring athletes.

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Episode 25 - Vinse Edwards (Army, OIF, OEF Veteran) and Will Struckman (Army, OIF Veteran)

A combined five tours and 20 years of combat unit experience between the two of them, Vinse Edwards and Will Struckman truly lived the dream of the Army combat infantryman. Our host Tim K., sat down with them in Fayetteville, North Carolina for the podcast where they discussed the volatility of being on the frontlines in some of the harshest parts of Iraq. The three also speak on the value of finding humor in even the darkest of situations in combat. Vinse and Will also talked about their new path as they founded a tech startup after leaving the Army. They’ve committed themselves to creating swim safe, hearing protection in the form of wind resistant earbuds. Although it’s a strenuous undertaking, they’re fully committed to creating the world’s most reliable communications systems.

Check out www.capellaaudio.com to stay up to date with all the latest.

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